Thursday, September 26, 2013

Adding Touches of Blue

Years ago, I bought these pillow shams to put over my sofa pillows that came with my sofa. All to make them more shabby.

I loved the little touches of blue in them and have wanted to add this beautiful color for such a long time now.

I found the Bella Rose Blue fabric a long time ago too, but didn't want to spend the money at the time. I ran across it on ebay one night and thought "what the heck"...so I ordered 2 yards and then 2 more. This is what I've made with 2 yards so far...still waiting on the other 2.

Two of these pillows....

One of these...

Two arm chair covers...

One placemat....

A table runner...

And just enough to make this last pillow....

Now, here are the finishing touches....

I added ruffles to the new seat and back slipcover, to the ottoman and arm covers. White ribbon was added to the pillow to border the fabric.

I just love my chair!

I want to make more of the placemats for the kitchen island when the other fabric comes in.

I love how faint the blue is...but it is hard to photograph perfectly. It is the most perfect sky blue!

Here it is more in it's natural color...

I am loving the little touches of blue...now I can't wait until I get the rest of my order!

Love all your shabby chic pillows. You got a lot of mileage out of that fabric too. I love that chair and ottoman. I do not sew but you have given me an idea to do for ruffles around my chair like that. Thank Melanie for all the inspiration.Kris

The more I see that fabric the more I want it too :) So the armchair cover is a separate piece? That is so smart. My dogs love to sit on the arm of the chair. I have basically the same chair (mine is from Ikea) and it is my favorite spot in the house too--my chair is not as girly as yours by any means--maybe I need to change that! :)

LOL, thanks Sandy! Yes it is a cover....since the slipcover was still in great shape, it made no sense to make a whole new one. That way, if I ever want to go back to my cherry blossom, I can. I did make a new seat and back cushion cover which is way easier than the whole thing.

About Me

Hi, my name is Melanie. I am a stay at home mom who has two of the most beautiful daughters a mama could ever want(every mom says that, right?) and a wonderful hubby that actually lets me do whatever I want when it comes to decorating. As long as he has a comfy place to be and a full belly, then he's good to go.
I grew up in a small town and loved it. My "Mammaw" had a huge part in raising me. She taught me some very important things....always be nice, have a relationship with and love God, and be the very best mom and wife I could ever be. Of course there is more, but then I'd be writing a book.
I am so very blessed to be here and have what I have. My wish is to share my loves and passions with you...hope you all enjoy.